[lljayll]

It did come with that part. I didn't think it was sufficient since I'm used to seeing metal clamps like the ones from RCA jacks. I guess it should be enough. Thanks for your help guys.

 

[65535]

The metal clamps common in RCA jacks are actually pretty terrible, the chuck Neutrik uses will clamp down evenly on the cable very tightly and ensure it doesn't budge.
 
There's a reason Neutrik is the choice for professional audio and video, they're tough and rarely fail, unless you run them over with a lift or something, that usually ruins stuff.

 

[luisdent]

The metal clamps common in RCA jacks are actually pretty terrible, the chuck Neutrik uses will clamp down evenly on the cable very tightly and ensure it doesn't budge.

There's a reason Neutrik is the choice for professional audio and video, they're tough and rarely fail, unless you run them over with a lift or something, that usually ruins stuff.

Price doesn't always matter. I bought the $0.89 neutrik connectors and my cables are tough and sound perfect. I'm a musician myself and recording engineer of sorts. I wouldn't use anything that would sacrifice quality, and the neutriks of all kinds are great,,,

 

[65535]

Well it wouldn't affect the sound unless you did damage the cables. From a live sound technicians standpoint I appreciate the durable cable clamp in Neutrik (not to be confused with their subsidiary Rean) connectors. Most cables fail at or near the connector, Neutrik cable clamps genuinely reduce damage to cables. They also provide strain relief from the joint, much stronger than a band of metal crimped on the cable jacket. 
 
For most use you'll never have an issue with that style, for me I see no reason to shy away from the Neutrik connectors with clamps.

 

[ben_r_]

Neutrik is what EVERY professional uses. Their quality is so tried and true it should never be questioned.

 

[Kamakahah]

 
So this is a picture of plussound cable. I'm sure many of you will recognize it. They are both 8-strand braids, but I was curious if anyone is familiar with the bottom braid that is silver/black? I rather like the look and wouldn't mind doing that one my next cable. 

 

[ben_r_]

 
 
So this is a picture of plussound cable. I'm sure many of you will recognize it. They are both 8-strand braids, but I was curious if anyone is familiar with the bottom braid that is silver/black? I rather like the look and wouldn't mind doing that one my next cable. 

Yea I like that bottom look a lot too. I imagine its just understanding how the 8-wire braid works and then fitting in the two different colors in that pattern to get the look.
 

  What benefit is this geometry ?

Nothing. People might say itll help with noise rejection, but I doubt anyone could tell a difference. Its just for looks.

 

[nbriles2000]

The amount of cable options is just overwhelming! There needs to be a section that lists like the top 10 budget cables for DIY. 
I'm only really looking at Mogami and Canare on Redco. Should I be looking at quad microphone cable or snake cable?

 

[ben_r_]

  The amount of cable options is just overwhelming! There needs to be a section that lists like the top 10 budget cables for DIY. 
I'm only really looking at Mogami and Canare on Redco. Should I be looking at quad microphone cable or snake cable?

There are really only four that people commonly use. Depending on what youre doing its just Canare or Mogami Star Quad or their two conductor cable.

 

[nbriles2000]

 
There are really only four that people commonly use. Depending on what youre doing its just Canare or Mogami Star Quad or their two conductor cable.

Ok thats really helpful! I'm building some grado woodies and I have never made a cable before. My girlfriend and I braided 8 strands of CAT5 together the other night, so at least I've got that part down!
 
I also just stumbled upon this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/28-AWG-Silver-Teflon-Wire-Assortment-50-feet-7-strand-/380828029190?pt=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item58ab1e9106
Is it more advantageous to do something like that or should I just go for the star quad?

 

[emo72]

  The amount of cable options is just overwhelming! There needs to be a section that lists like the top 10 budget cables for DIY. 
I'm only really looking at Mogami and Canare on Redco. Should I be looking at quad microphone cable or snake cable?

yeah, its bewildering. even a top 3 for headphones under 10 dollars a foot/20 dollars a foot
 
top 3 for rca cables and so on.

 

[nbriles2000]

OK I think I'm going to go with...
this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Valab-24-AWG-7-x-0-23mm-Teflon-Silver-Plated-Copper-Wire-10-Meter-/301095818546?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item461ab59532
 
to braid a 5f cable together and terminate with
http://www.lunashops.com/goods.php?id=3573
 
Anybody think that'll work well?
 
EDIT: realized the black wire I linked was shielded and had a standard white wire inside...
So I'll probably go with these and separate the two
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-feet-24-AWG-Shielded-Silver-Teflon-Wire-Twisted-Pair-/231147478200?pt=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item35d1769cb8

 

[FallenAngel]

24awg coax cable for headphones? That'll be quite thick and not very flexible.

 

[TrollDragon]

  OK I think I'm going to go with...
this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/10-feet-24-AWG-Black-Shielded-Silver-Teflon-Wire-Coax-/380765814149?pt=US_Audio_Cables_Adapters&hash=item58a7693d85
 
and this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Valab-24-AWG-7-x-0-23mm-Teflon-Silver-Plated-Copper-Wire-10-Meter-/301095818546?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item461ab59532
 
to braid a 5f cable together and terminate with
http://www.lunashops.com/goods.php?id=3573
 
Anybody think that'll work well?

 
Personally I think you'll be able to use that top wire as a headphone stand once you have it all braided up.
Both of your choices actually look really stiff, but others will correct me if I am wrong.

 

[emo72]

hi guys im looking to replace the long cable on my hd650 with a shorter one for using with my x3 dap. can anyone point me in the right direction? i just want a small 3.5 plug and obviously i know about the special sennheiser connections. its just the darn cable! i have searched but still confused. whats a reasonable budget for cable around 40 dollars? thanks guys.